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National Juvenile Arthritis Month
June 28, 2021
Arthritis is a well-known disease that affects people across the globe. But did you know that it also affects children? In fact, 1 in 1000 children will be diagnosed with juvenile arthritis (JA) in the US alone. This National Juvenile Arthritis Month, we at NARA want to discuss how various physical therapy activities can help relieve symptoms.
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Physical Therapy and Pain Management
June 28, 2021
Too often in America, patients are given prescriptions for pain relief medicine or seek out over-the-counter pain relief options because they think that it’s their only and best option. However, as we know, this mindset has led to an opioid crisis. In fact, the most recent research from the CDC shows that 70,000 people in the US die each year from a drug overdose. This makes the role of physical therapy in... Read More
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Maintaining Your Therapist-Client Relationship
June 8, 2021
Categories: Best Practices, General, Patient Engagement
Now more than ever, maintaining your relationships with your clients is important. With various ordinances and rules around the country, it can be difficult for both you and your clients to be as consistent in your routines as you once were. However, the best thing you can do for your client outside of the therapy interventions is to develop and maintain a positive working relationship. Here’s what you need... Read More
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Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Veggies Month
June 1, 2021
Categories: Best Practices, Education, General, Goals, Wellness Programs
June is the perfect time to celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month. Most produce is going to be at the top of its game, giving you the best flavor to remember the rest of the year. Besides the great taste, garden-fresh produce has many nutritional benefits that can help you feel great and even aid in your recovery. Here are some of the best ones to add to your treatment plan!